Privacy Policy
Last updated: 10/11/2025
1. Who We Are
Ariya Self Care operates the website www.AriyaSelfCare.com, offering beauty and skincare products to customers across Malta and the European Union.
We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring that your personal information is handled safely, responsibly, and in compliance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR - EU 2016/679).
If you have any questions about this policy, contact us at:
📧 ariyahomecustomerservice@outlook.com
📍 Based in: Malta (EU)
2. Information We Collect
When you visit our website or make a purchase, we may collect the following types of information:
--Personal Identification Data: name, billing/shipping address, phone number, and email address.
--Payment Information: processed securely through Shopify’s payment providers (we do not store card details).
--Order Data: products purchased, order value, shipping details.
--Technical Data: IP address, browser type, device type, and cookies for analytics and performance.
--Marketing Preferences: if you subscribe to our newsletter or promotional emails.
3. How We Use Your Information
We process your information to:
--Fulfil and ship your orders
--Provide customer service and support
--Send updates about your order and delivery
--Improve our website and services
--Send marketing emails (only if you’ve opted in)
--Comply with legal and tax obligations
We rely on the following legal bases for processing:
--Performance of a contract (when you buy something from us)
--Consent (for marketing and cookies)
--Legal obligation (for accounting or fraud prevention)
4. How Your Data Is Stored and Shared
Our store is hosted by Shopify Inc., which provides us with the online e-commerce platform.
Your data is stored securely on Shopify’s servers and protected under their privacy and security standards.
Your personal information may be shared with:
--Shopify (platform & checkout management)
--Payment processors (Stripe, PayPal, Shopify Payments, etc.)
--Shipping and logistics providers (to deliver your order)
--Email and marketing services (only if you subscribed to our newsletter)
We do not sell or rent your personal data to third parties.
5. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
Our website uses cookies to enhance your browsing experience and analyze traffic.
Cookies are small text files stored on your device to help us remember your preferences and shopping cart.
You can manage or disable cookies in your browser settings. However, some website functions may not work properly without them.
We use:
--Essential cookies – necessary for the website and checkout.
--Analytics cookies – to measure performance and improve user experience.
--Marketing cookies – only with consent, to show relevant offers or ads.
6. Marketing and Communications
If you sign up for our newsletter, we’ll send occasional updates about new products, offers, or events.
You can unsubscribe at any time using the link in the email or by contacting us at ariyahomecustomerservice@outlook.com.
We do not send spam or share your email with external marketers.
7. Data Retention
We retain your personal information only as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes described here—usually up to 7 years for accounting and legal compliance, or shorter if not required.
When data is no longer needed, it is securely deleted or anonymized.
8. Your Rights (Under GDPR)
As a resident of the European Union, you have the right to:
--Access the data we hold about you
--Request correction of inaccurate information
--Request deletion of your data (“right to be forgotten”)
--Restrict or object to processing
--Withdraw consent at any time (for marketing/cookies)
--Request a copy of your data in a portable format
To exercise these rights, email ariyahomecustomerservice@outlook.com.
We may require proof of identity to process your request.
If you believe your data is not being handled correctly, you can file a complaint with the Office of the Information and Data Protection Commissioner (IDPC) in Malta: https://idpc.org.mt.
9. Security of Your Information
We use appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your data from unauthorized access, loss, or misuse.
All payment information is encrypted and transmitted securely using SSL technology through trusted payment processors.
10. Children’s Privacy
Our website is not intended for children under 16. We do not knowingly collect personal information from minors.
If you believe a child has provided us data, please contact us immediately.
11. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements.
The most recent version will always be available on this page, with the updated date above.
12. Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, or wish to exercise your data rights, please contact us at:
📧 ariyahomecustomerservice@outlook.com
📍 Based in Malta, European Union